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Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana breifs journaalists on Marburg virus disease (MVD) situation on Sunday. Courtesy
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Marburg virus: Vaccine development underway
Thursday, October 03, 2024
Five patients who had been suspected of contracting Marburg virus disease have tested negative. File
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Five patients test negative for Marburg virus, 410 contacts under monitoring
Thursday, October 03, 2024
The death toll from the Marburg virus increased to 11 after one person dies from the disease on Wednesday, October 2. Courtesy.
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Marburg virus: 11 fatalities reported as seven new cases are confirmed
Thursday, October 03, 2024
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World No Alcohol Day: 10 ways alcohol is destroying your life
Wednesday, October 02, 2024
A community health worker interacts with a pregnant woman with her husband at Mubuga Hospital in Karongi District on December 9, 2022. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
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How Rwanda’s family planning methods transformed maternal, child health
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Two ladies during interact through sign language in Muhanga District. The government is distributing the first-ever comprehensive Rwandan Sign Language Dictionary (RSLD).
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Rwanda starts distributing sign language dictionary
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Faculty members of the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) and the graduating class of 2024 (front row) pose for a group photo after completing their four-year residency in Kigali on Friday, September 27. Courtesy Photo
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Rwanda’s eye care workforce reaches 30
Saturday, September 28, 2024
A teacher helps people with disabilities who are visually impaired students at Masaka in Kigali. Craish Bahizi
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Ten strategies to ensure inclusivity for people with hearing, visual impairments
Saturday, September 28, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says that WHO is scaling up its support and will work with the government of Rwanda to stop the spread of Marburg virus disease.
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Marburg: WHO says to scale up support to Rwanda in virus fight
Saturday, September 28, 2024
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What you should know about Marburg virus disease
Friday, September 27, 2024
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Rwanda confirms Marburg outbreak, steps up preventive measures
Friday, September 27, 2024
Health worker conducts Mpox vaccination activity in Rubavu District. According to RBC, Rwanda has confirmed six cases of mpox to date. Courtesy
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How is Rwanda faring in fight against mpox?
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Dr. John Nkurikiye, the Chief Ophthalmologist and Director of Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) during an eye screening exercise in Kigali. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health
The evolution of Rwanda’s eye care system
Monday, September 23, 2024
Children playing during an event at KCC. Experts warn that without immediate intervention, childhood obesity could escalate into a national public health crisis. Craish Bahizi
Health
Urban lifestyles fuel rising childhood obesity in Rwanda
Saturday, September 21, 2024
The world commemorated World Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday, September 10. Courtesy.
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Mental health: How to recognise warning signs of suicide, address risks
Saturday, September 21, 2024
The Ministry of Health on September 19 announced that it launched an mpox vaccination campaign for health workers, cross-border business operators, hospitality workers, and other high-risk groups. Courtesy
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RBC confirms two new mpox cases, says sexual contact main driver of virus
Friday, September 20, 2024
Rwandan civil engineer Lisa Umutoni received the Young Civil Engineer Award by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), South Carolina Section on September 13. Courtesy
Women
Rwandan woman wins 'Young Civil Engineer Award' in South Carolina
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana during the signing of agreements at the Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum in Kigali on September 17. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
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African leaders commit to transform surgical care 
Wednesday, September 18, 2024

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